Athletics News Release

Union women’s soccer wins second straight

Ashlie Watson

JACKSON, Tenn. - 9/12/2011 - The Union (Tenn.) University women’s soccer team posted their second straight victory with a 4-1 win at Missouri Baptist University Saturday. Union is now 3-1-1 on the season, while Missouri Baptist dropped to 0-5.

Union’s Ashlie Watson took care of putting Union on top early as she recorded goals in the 24th and 37th minutes of play. Union held that 2-0 lead at the half. In the second half, Eboni Murphy added a goal in the 51st minute, followed by a goal from Whitney Kramer just seven minutes later. Kelsey Gilbert and Emily Crane recorded assists for Union.

Missouri Baptist spoiled the shutout with a goal from Courtney Young, assisted by Lauren Clinton in the 72nd minute of play.

Union out shot Missouri Baptist 36-6 in the match, including 14-4 in shots on goal. Emily Warren recorded three saves, while Spartan goalie Samantha Schulze recorded 10 saves.

Up next for Union will be their home opening and TranSouth Conference opener on Friday, September 16 versus Lyon (Ark.) at 5:00 p.m.